Math Problem Statement

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Please solve the given triangle problem: Find the value of x where the triangle has angles (x - 10)°, (2x + 5)°, and 35°.

Solution

To solve for xx in this triangle, we need to use the interior angle sum property of a triangle, which states that the sum of the interior angles of a triangle is always 180180^\circ.

Given angles:

  1. (x10)(x - 10)^\circ
  2. (2x+5)(2x + 5)^\circ
  3. 3535^\circ

According to the angle sum property: (x10)+(2x+5)+35=180(x - 10) + (2x + 5) + 35 = 180

Let's simplify and solve this equation.

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. Combine like terms: x10+2x+5+35=180x - 10 + 2x + 5 + 35 = 180 3x+30=1803x + 30 = 180

  2. Subtract 3030 from both sides: 3x=1503x = 150

  3. Divide both sides by 33: x=50x = 50

Answer:

The value of xx is 5050.

Would you like a more detailed explanation of each step, or do you have any further questions?

Here are five related questions for further practice:

  1. What would the angles be in this triangle if x=50x = 50?
  2. How would the solution change if one of the given angles was different?
  3. Can we use the exterior angle property to solve for xx here?
  4. How does the interior angle sum property apply to polygons with more than three sides?
  5. What if one angle was given as a function of yy instead of xx; how would we solve it?

Tip: Always remember to double-check that your sum equals 180180^\circ when working with triangles!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Geometry
Triangle Angle Sum

Formulas

Sum of interior angles in a triangle: (x - 10) + (2x + 5) + 35 = 180

Theorems

Triangle Angle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9